across the u.s., frigid temperatures didn't stop the wave of celebrations. in new york, revelers packed times square to watched the famed crystal ball drop. supreme court justice sotomayor led the festivities. chicago welcomed 2014 and braced for at least six inches of snow. in portland, maine, these people braved the cold for a new year's eve 5k run and dip in the ocean. >> fabulous. >> freezing. >> so fun. >> it's a great thing to do on new year's eve and you bond with everyone who does it with you. >> reporter: for most of the country, a more traditional celebration. those glasses, hats, and the first kiss. tahman bradley, abc news, and washington. >> much of the nation will welcome 2014 with a blast of wicked winter weather. >> that's right. the forecast from accuweather's jim dickey. >>> good morning and happy new year. really two troubled spots across the country. snowfall from the great lakes into ohio valley. a couple of inches piling in many locations, including omaha, chicago, into the detroit area, and then seeing showers along the gulf coast here